Duterte mulls class, gov't work suspension in Metro Manila on September 21

By CNN Philippines Staff

Updated 07:18 AM PHT Mon, September 18, 2017

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, September 15) — Classes and work in government offices in Metro Manila may be called off on September 21 to avoid trouble from demonstrations against the anniversary of martial law, the Defense Chief said on Friday.

September 21 marks the 45th anniversary of former President Ferdinand Marcos' declaration of martial law.

President Rodrigo Duterte, in an interview on Thursday, said he will declare a "holiday" to keep people safe from expected protests, but mentioned no date.